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Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures

Question 2 • SVHS Chemistry 1 $FA

Bromine, a liquid at room temperature, has a boiling point of 58°C and a melting point of –7.2°C. Bromine can be classified as a

Answer
A
compound.
B
impure substance.
C
mixture.
D
pure substance.

Explanation

Bromine is an element, so a sample made only of bromine consists of one kind of substance rather than a combination of substances. Its definite melting point (–7.2°C) and boiling point (58°C) are also characteristic of a pure substance. Therefore, bromine is classified as a pure substance.

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